Dům umění města Brna Gallery
Dům umění města Brna is a contributory organization of the statutory city based in Malinovsky Square No. 2, dedicated to the presentation of contemporary art. The House of Lords of Kunštát on Dominican Street 9 also falls under his administration.
The beginnings of the history of this house are linked to the Moravian Art Association, which was established in the second half of the 19th century with the aim of organising regular exhibitions in Brno and other Moravian cities, promoting art among the public and promoting artistic artists. After a long effort for its own representation space, a building opened by император Franz Joseph was built on the design of architect Heinrich Karl Ried. The opening ceremony of the Jubilee House of Artists took place on 25 March 1911. On the facade, the building combined a resounding Art Nouveau style with modern-designed gallery spaces - spacious without unnecessary decoration, illuminated by glass roofs.
World War II has brought about major changes. The Moravian Artistic Society came under the influence of Nazi organizations and was later abolished in 1946 on the basis of the decrees of President Edvard Benes. A year earlier, in 1945, the building was taken over by the Brno City Administration, which renamed it the House of Arts. Since 1946, the city's National Committee has managed the building. The building carried its own fate - the bombing of the US Air Force on 20 November 1944 was partially damaged.
The renewal took place between 1946 and 1947 under the leadership of Bohuslav Fuchs. During the reconstruction, the ornamental elements based on Germanic mythology were removed and the facade gained a functionalist look which better corresponded with the modern character of the exhibition space. In 1958 the House of Arts was handed over to the administration of the House of Lords of Podebrad, which was renamed the House of Lords of Kunštát a year later. There were created other specialized exhibition premises - Cabinet photography, Cabinet graphics and Cabinet architecture. The cabinet of photographs of Jaromír Funk, founded in 1958, became an important institution and strongly supported the emancipation of photography in Czechoslovakia.
The last extensive changes occurred between 1990 and 2003, when the building of the House of Lords of Kunštát was reconstructed. The internal layout changed - the café Trojka and gallery G99 focused on the youngest generation of artists was created instead of the professional cabinet. The latest major reconstruction was carried out by the House of Arts from 2008 to 2009, the authors of which were Petr Horša and Margaret Horšová. Since December 2023, the Centre for the Art of New Media - Vasulka Kitchen Brno, which was previously located in the basement of the main building. The director of the institution has been Terezie Petišková since March 2013. Today, the building serves as a space for presenting contemporary art and cultural projects.
Then and now
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Historical milestones
- 1911
- Ceremonial opening of the Jubilee house of artists of emperor Franz Joseph.
- 1944
- Partial damage to the building during the US Air Force bombing.
- 1946
- Cancellation of Moravian Art Association and takeover of the building by the Brno City Administration.
- 1946
- The beginning of the functionalist reconstruction of the building under Bohuslav Fuchs.
Architectural development
The original state was realized in the maturing Art Nouveau style with modern gallery spaces. After the damage to the air force, a reconstruction was carried out in which the ornaments were removed and the building gained a functionalist appearance. The last major reconstruction was carried out by architects Petr Horša and Markéta Horšová in 2008-2009.
Historical events
25 March 1911: Opening ceremony of the Jubilee House of Artists; 20 November 1944: Partial damage to the building by bombing the U.S. Air Force; 1946-1947: Functional reconstruction of the building; 1958: Establishment of the cabinet of photographs of Jaromír Funk.
Owners
Moravian Art Association (until 1946), Brno City Administration (since 1946), statutory city Brno (present)
Points of interest
- Dům umění města Brna was opened on 25 March 1911 and the ceremonial opening took place on the design of architect Heinrich Karl Ried. - During World War II, the Moravian Art Association was under the influence of Nazi organizations and the building was bombed by the American Air Force on 20 November 1944. - The reconstruction of the building after the war took place between 1946 and 1947, when the ornamental elements were removed from Germanic mythology and the facade gained a functionalist appearance. - In 1958 he took over the administration of the House of Lords of Poděbrad, which was renamed the House of Lords of Kunštát a year later, where specialized exhibition spaces were created. - The latest major reconstruction of the building took place between 2008 and 2009 under the leadership of architects Petr Horša and Margaret Horšová.
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The House of Art of the City of Brno is an exhibition institution focused on contemporary visual art. It belongs to the statutory city of Brno. The main building stands in the city center at Malinovského náměstí. The House of Art also includes the House of the Lords of Kunštát on Dominikánská ulici with Gallery G99. Since December 2023, it has also housed the Center for New Media Art Vašulka Kitchen Brno, which previously from 2018 had been located in the basement of the main building.
The origins of the House of Art are connected with the Moravian Art Society. It was established in the second half of the 19th century to organize exhibitions in Brno and other Moravian cities, to bring art closer to the public, and to support visual artists. After long efforts to obtain a representative space of their own, the Jubilee House of Artists of Emperor František Josef was built according to a design by architect Heinrich Karl Ried. It was solemnly opened on March 25, 1911. The outer shell of the building and part of the interior bore the characteristics of waning Art Nouveau. The gallery halls, on the other hand, were very modern: spacious, without decoration, and lit by a glass ceiling.
During the Second World War, the exhibition program came under the influence of Nazi organizations. The society was therefore dissolved in 1946 based on one of the decrees of President Edvard Beneš. The city had already taken over the building a year earlier, and it then received the name House of Art. During the American bombing on November 20, 1944, the building was partially damaged. In 1946 and 1947, it was rebuilt under the direction of Bohuslav Fuchs. Ornaments inspired by Germanic mythology were removed, and the facade gained a functionalist appearance, which better suited the exhibition halls. The last major reconstruction took place in 2008 and 2009 according to a design by Petr Hrůša and Markéta Hrůšová.
In 1958, the House of Art took the House of the Lords of Kunštát under its administration. In the same year, director Adolf Kroupa established the Photography Cabinet of Jaromír Funka here. It was a specialized exhibition hall that significantly helped photography in Czechoslovakia gain the status of an independent art form. The exhibitions were accompanied by a consistently graphically designed series of catalogs. These today form part of the basic documentation of the history of Czechoslovak photography. In the 1980s, the cabinet organized two symposiums together with the Slovak Gallery F. They were attended by personalities persecuted by the communist regime. Nevertheless, the organizers managed to publish uncensored proceedings. The cabinet operated until 2007, when it was replaced by Gallery G99, which focuses on the youngest generation of artists.
Tips for visitors
Best time to visit At home the art of Brno is early afternoon, when the gallery is most visited and offers optimal light for viewing exhibitions. This time also means less probability of long fronts before the entrance.
Parking can be found in parking lots near Malinovska Square, or you can use public transport. The House of Art is well accessible by bus and tram; a specific connection can be found in the current transport schedule.
When visiting, bring comfortable shoes because the gallery can also be visited by children. If you plan to spend more time in it, it is advisable to take your bag or bag with you.
Photography of works of art is generally permitted but without the use of wells and while following instructions from employees. The best light for photos can be found in the gallery's interior areas during the early afternoon.
In the surroundings of the House of Art you can visit the historic House of Lords from Kunštát, which offers interesting architecture and exhibitions. For families with children it is also advisable to explore Malinovska Square with its public green spaces.
Frequently asked questions
Can the monument be visited?
Yes. We verified the opening hours or admission on the official website (18. 9. 2026); you will find them in the visitor information on this page. Please double-check with the operator before you travel.
What are the opening hours and admission?
Details verified on the official website (18. 9. 2026) are listed in the visitor information on this page. Official website: https://www.dum-umeni.cz
Where is the monument?
Location: Brno, Jihomoravský kraj. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
For kids
Imagine going back 81 years to the past. Before our towns and villages were born, before the streets and squares were settled, there was only a forest where Dům umění města Brna stands today.
It was a big forest with trees that were as tall as clouds and full of birds singing songs. There were also animals in the forest - foxes, squirrels and wolves. They all lived here happily and happily. But sometimes something unexpected came up.
We wait! How did it look here? Who lived here? What happened here?
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Malinovska Square, House of Lords from Kunštát
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Malinovska Square - historical square, center of urban culture. A walk around this picturesque space will bring you into the atmosphere of the old city of Brno and offer an opportunity to soak up local tourism and architecture.
The house of gentlemen from Kunštát - Renaissance city house, monument to architecture. Just a few minutes walk from the square, this preserved house presents a unique view of the Brno nobility and allows you to admire richly decorated facades and historic interiors.
Dům umění města Brna - modern gallery, exhibition space. From the House of Lords of Kunštát you can get approximately 400 m to the main destination, where you will find contemporary exhibitions of Czech and foreign artists, interactive installation and inspiring programs.
The entire route is pedestrian, the total length of about 800 m, and allows a smooth transition from the historical core to the modern artistic space.
Seasonal recommendations
Spring: In spring, the surroundings of the gallery awaken and the city gets a fresh breath. The light is fine in this period, which matches the calm mood of artistic space. We recommend you take layered clothes because the morning cold may conflict with the afternoon heat. The ideal time to visit is in the morning, when the halls are still airy and visitors gradually join.
Summer: The summer months bring intense sun and high temperatures, making the building a great shelter from the heat. The atmosphere of the city is very lively and dynamic. In order to avoid the biggest crowds and unpleasant noon heat, we recommend to come right after opening. Dress lightly and comfortably to enjoy the tour in a colder environment without unnecessary sweating.
Autumn: Autumn season offers a melancholy atmosphere that is perfectly complementary to artistic expression. The golden colours of the leaves and the fog wound create poetic sets for the journey to the gallery. It is advisable to prepare your coat or scarf because the weather can change quickly. It is best to visit a place in the afternoon when light is softer and there is a quieter mood in the halls.
Winter: In winter time the gallery becomes a comfort before the cold and short day. The atmosphere of the interior is cosy and offers a pleasant contrast to the freezing weather outside. There are more people in the city in advent time, so it's a good time to plan ahead of time. Don't forget the warm clothes and shoes that will protect you when you travel, and always check in advance for any shortened opening hours.
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